Remember When SD's Mike Miller Lost a Shoe in the NBA Finals

Do you remember when South Dakota native Mike Miller lost a shoe in the NBA Finals and ended up making a 3-pointer shoeless?

I sure do...

It was Game 6 of the NBA Finals and the Miami Heat were looking at elimination when Mike Miller made and amazing play to help spark the crowd in South Beach.

To this day, it is what I always think of when someone mentions the South Dakota great.

That shot would help the Heat win Game 6 and they would follow that up with a Game 7 win that delivered Mike Miller a second NBA title.

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During his NBA career, Miller captured the Rookie of the Year Award, Sixth Man of the Year Award and was one of the best three point shooters in the league.

Miller is from Mitchell, SD and would go on to star at the University of Florida before becoming a NBA lottery pick by the Orlando Magic.

He would go on to play for the Orlando Magic, Memphis Grizzlies, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Miami Heat, Denver Nuggets and Washington Wizards.

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Sioux Falls has lots to explore; fun stuff for the whole family, food of every kind, educational opportunities, and more! If you have out-of-town guests visiting, show them around our city. Eat at places they've never eaten. Take them to places they'd never go. Take some great photos to post on social media (and don't forget the hashtag #HiFromSiouxFalls). We've even listed some cool hotels where they can stay if you don't have the room.

Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We call it the 'Sioux Empire.' It's the biggest city in the state with a population of nearly 200,000. We’re known for our namesake, Falls Park, along the Big Sioux River. Sioux Falls has received numerous accolades for its quality of life. We have been named the number one best place to rent in America. We’ve topped the list of Best States to Find a Job. Sioux Falls is the Best City in America for Young Professionals.

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Source: TBT: Remember When South Dakota’s Mike Miller Lost a Shoe in the NBA Finals

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